CVE-2004-0421
UnknownEPSS 4.11%
Last modified
CVE-2004-0421 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Portable Network Graphics library (libpng) 1.0.15 and earlier allows attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a malformed PNG image file that triggers an error that causes an out-of-bounds read when creating the error message.. EPSS estimates a 4.11% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Portable Network Graphics library (libpng) 1.0.15 and earlier allows attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a malformed PNG image file that triggers an error that causes an out-of-bounds read when creating the error message.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.0.0 |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.0.5 |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.0.6 |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.0.7 |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.0.8 |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.0.9 |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.0.10 |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.0.11 |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.0.12 |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.0.13 |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.0.14 |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.2.0 |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.2.1 |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.2.2 |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.2.3 |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.2.4 |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.2.5 |
| Openpkg | Openpkg | 1.3 |
| Openpkg | Openpkg | 2.0 |
| Redhat | Libpng | 1.2.2-16 |
| Redhat | Libpng | 1.2.2-20 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux | 2.1 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux | 3.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Desktop | 3.0 |
| Trustix | Secure Linux | 2.0 |
| Trustix | Secure Linux | 2.1 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22957Broken Link
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22958Broken Link
- http://www.debian.org/security/2004/dsa-498Broken Link
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2004:040Third Party Advisory
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2006:212Third Party Advisory
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2006:213Third Party Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2004-180.htmlBroken Link, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/10244Broken Link, Patch, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/16022Broken Link, VDB Entry
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22957Broken Link
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22958Broken Link
- http://www.debian.org/security/2004/dsa-498Broken Link
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2004:040Third Party Advisory
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2006:212Third Party Advisory
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2006:213Third Party Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2004-180.htmlBroken Link, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/10244Broken Link, Patch, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/16022Broken Link, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2004-0421?
The Portable Network Graphics library (libpng) 1.0.15 and earlier allows attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a malformed PNG image file that triggers an error that causes an out-of-bounds read when creating the error message.
How severe is CVE-2004-0421?
Severity scoring for CVE-2004-0421 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.11% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2004-0421?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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